Austria Tax Calculator (2026)
Income tax rates and take-home pay for Austria
Austria Income Tax Brackets (2025)
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0% Bracket | €0 - €13,308 | 0.0% |
| 20% Bracket | €13,308 - €21,617 | 20.0% |
| 30% Bracket | €21,617 - €35,836 | 30.0% |
| 40% Bracket | €35,836 - €69,166 | 40.0% |
| 48% Bracket | €69,166 - €103,072 | 48.0% |
| 50% Bracket | €103,072 - €1,000,000 | 50.0% |
| 55% Bracket | €1,000,000+ | 55.0% |
Tax credit: €487
Social Security (Pension, Health, Unemployment, Misc)
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Employee Rate | €0+ | 18.1% |
Capped at €16,188 per year
Key Facts
Tax Year
2025
Currency
EUR
Top Rate
55.0%
Brackets
7 brackets
Tax Credit
€487
Social Contributions
1 item
Assumptions
- · Standard employee (14-month salary regime) modeled as annual gross for brackets.
- · Social security cap (Höchstbeitragsgrundlage) is calculated on 14 months (EUR 6,450 * 12 + EUR 12,900 = EUR 90,300).
- · Transportation tax credit (Verkehrsabsetzbetrag) included for all employees.
- · Employment income deduction (Werbungskostenpauschale) of EUR 132 applied.
- · Preferential tax treatment for 13th/14th month salaries (6% rate) is not modeled separately due to schema limitations.
- · Church tax (Kirchenbeitrag) is excluded as per profile.
Frequently asked questions
How many income tax brackets does Austria have?
Austria has 7 income tax brackets ranging from 0% on the first EUR 13,308 of income to 55% on income above EUR 1,000,000. The brackets progress through 20%, 30%, 40%, 48%, and 50% at various income thresholds, making it a progressive tax system where higher earners pay increasingly higher rates on their additional income.
What is the maximum social security contribution I'll pay as an employee in Austria?
As an employee in Austria, your social security contributions are capped at EUR 16,188.21 per year. This covers pension, health insurance, unemployment insurance, and miscellaneous contributions at a standard employee rate of 18.07% of gross income up to the contribution ceiling.
Do I get any tax credits or deductions in Austria?
Yes, Austria provides a standard employment expense allowance (Werbungskostenpauschale) of EUR 132 that reduces your taxable income, plus a non-refundable tax credit of EUR 487. Additionally, employees receive a transportation tax credit (Verkehrsabsetzbetrag) to help offset commuting costs.
How does Austria's 14-month salary system affect my taxes?
Austria's standard employment model includes a 13th and 14th month bonus, which receive preferential tax treatment at a reduced 6% rate rather than your normal marginal rate. For tax calculation purposes, these are typically modeled as part of your annual gross income across the standard brackets, though the actual tax benefit may be greater when filed.
What's the lowest income level where I start paying income tax in Austria?
In Austria, you don't pay any income tax on the first EUR 13,308 of annual income. Once you earn above this threshold, you enter the 20% bracket, making Austria relatively generous with its tax-free allowance compared to many other European countries.
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